by andrea | Jul 6, 2016 | Infectious Disease & Parasites, Pet Health
Ticks begin transmitting disease between 12-24 hours, therefore removal of the tick, early and completely, can help avoid bigger problems. Wear a pair of gloves to avoid possible injury or infection. Using fine tipped tweezers, grasp the tick as close to the skin....
by andrea | Jul 1, 2016 | Infectious Disease & Parasites, Pet Health
Hookworm is a nematode parasite that infects the small intestines of dogs and cats. Hookworms attach to the small intestinal wall by using six sharp teeth, sucking blood from the host. There are several species of hookworm: Ancylostoma caninum, A. tubaeforeme, A....
